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Symptoms
Difficulty moving a joint; Pain and tenderness around a joint, especially the hand, wrist, foot, and ankle; Pain on mov...
Causes
The synovium is a lining of the protective sheath that covers tendons. Tenosynovitis refers to inflammation of this she...
Tests
A physical examination shows swelling over the involved tendon. The health care provider may touch or stretch the tendo...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Rest or immobilization of the affected tendons is ess...
Complications
If tenosynovitis is left untreated, the tendon may become permanently restricted or it may rupture. Infection in the te...
Prevention
Avoiding repetitive movements and overuse of an extremity may help prevent tenosynovitis.
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have pain or difficulty straightening a joint or extremit...
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